Public2-year
Western Nebraska Community College
Scottsbluff, Nebraska · Official Website ↗
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#1573
National
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#20
NE Rank
Overall Score
N/A
Accept Rate
N/A
Grad Rate (6yr)
1.5K
Students
$2,568
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
Score Breakdown
52/100
Composite Score
#1573 nationally · #20 in NE
Student Outcomes
35%50/100
Affordability
35%50/100
Program Breadth
20%60/100
Academic Profile
10%50/100
Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 2-year peer group.
About Western Nebraska Community College
Western Nebraska Community College is a public two-year community college located in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. It is ranked #1573 nationally and #20 in Nebraska by our composite scoring methodology. Western Nebraska Community College has a test-optional admissions policy. It enrolls approximately 1,508 students , with costs below the national average.
Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
N/A
In-State Tuition
$2,568
Out-of-State Tuition
$2,928
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
N/A
Total Enrollment
1,508
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Small campus — personalized attention and tight-knit community
✓Accredited institution with federal financial aid eligibility
Considerations
!Limited publicly reported outcome data available
Who Is This College For?
1.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
2.Students exploring careers before transferring to a 4-year institution
3.Working adults seeking affordable workforce training and certifications
4.Students who want small class sizes and close faculty relationships
Frequently Asked Questions
Western Nebraska Community College uses test-optional or holistic admissions. Contact the admissions office for the latest acceptance data.
Rankings
National Rank#1573
Nebraska Rank#20
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level2-year
LocationScottsbluff, NE
Enrollment1,508 students
Visit Official Website ↗Affordability
In-State Tuition
$2,568/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$2,928/yr
Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.
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All Nebraska Colleges →About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.